globalisation of sport Flashcards
1
Q
what is globalisation of sport?
what is it linked to?
A
the process by which sport has developed international influence and begun to operate on an international scale
linked to freedom of movement for performers, media coverage and greater exposure of people to sport
2
Q
definition: freedom of movement
A
International laws that allow athletes and spectators to move between countries for professional sport
3
Q
what effect on sport does freedom of movement have?
A
- athletes can train abroad
- allows teams to tour
- allows spectators to travel abroad and watch fixtures (olympics)
- allows regular international fixtures
- can increase the fan base of a team internationally
- athletes can work abroad
4
Q
what are the 5 characteristics of globalised sport?
A
- extensive worldwide media coverage on multiple platforms
- freedom of movement of players
- regular international fixtures
- sport as a worldwide business/market that generates income
- teams and spectators can travel to compete at home and abroad
